Tea Blog

Switching From Coffee To Tea?
 TRANSITIONING FROM COFFEE TO TEA This is for anyone who's considering adding tea to their routine.You may be trying to quit coffee completely for health benefits or because of unwanted side effects. You may simply be trying to reduce your...
Is Tea Hydrating?
Is Tea Hydrating or Dehydrating?  Water, water, water. More water. Are you having trouble staying hydrated? Are you looking for something else to hydrate you besides water? Or maybe you already drink tons of tea, and you’re wondering… Is tea...
What's the Deal with Pyramid Tea Bags?
There’s tea bags. There’s loose leaf. Then there’s… pyramid sachets? What are those exactly?? We call them pyramid tea bags because that’s exactly what they are: a type of tea bag designed with more of a pyramid shape, as opposed...
All About Matcha
Tea gardens. We are excited to announce that after a Spring 2023 Japan trip, we are now offering matcha! Our newest product is a ceremonial grade, certified organic matcha, freshly milled from whole tea leaves produced in the Shizuoka tea...
Does Caffeine Make You Jittery?
You drink a large cup of coffee and suddenly, you're feeling anxious. shaky. Jittery. Is it the coffee that's making you shaky? Can caffeine give you the jitters?? Yes, it definitely can. What Are Caffeine Jitters aka Caffeine Shakes? And...
All About Earl Grey Tea
What is Earl Grey Tea? Earl Grey is polarizing. You either love it or hate it. But some people are sitting here thinking... what is it? Well, I'll tell you. It's basically a black tea with a distinct citrusy flavor....
What is Chamomile Tea Good For, Anyway?
You keep hearing about it. But what is chamomile tea good for? What does it do exactly? And should you be drinking it?? What Is Chamomile and Why Is Chamomile Tea Good For You? The dainty yellow and white flowers...
Drinking Loose Leaf Tea: What Is It And How To Prepare It
WHAT IS LOOSE TEA? Loose tea, or loose leaf tea, might sound fancy. But it's a lot more straightforward than you think!  We're used to tea coming in tea bags, and loose tea is just tea without the bag. With...
Is Green Tea Supposed To Be Bitter?
Does Green Tea Taste Good? Green tea is supposed to taste good, right? Everyone says it tastes amazing, it's so good for you, and then you have a cup and it tastes...awful. Like mucky and bland and bitter. So why...
How Do I Make Iced Tea? With Recipes
Good question! It's not as difficult as you might think. Once you get get started, you'll find that making iced tea at home is pretty easy—and definitely worth the effort. How to Make Homemade Iced Tea The trick to making...